Mike Wright

Mike Wright

CEO, Security Guru

UT, US

Audiences will recognize how cybercriminals are using AI to trick their employees, hold data hostage, and destroy businesses. They will understand that old cybersecurity measures are no longer enough.

With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, Mike Wright is a highly respected information security professional, speaker, and consultant. 


He has trained and advised organizations across both the private and government sectors, including multiple branches of the U.S. Military, federal agencies, and Fortune 500 companies such as Cisco, American Express, HPE, Zurich Bank, Convergys, AT&T, and Boeing, where he developed their cybersecurity training program.


A dedicated educator, Mike has taught at several colleges and universities, including The University of Utah and Utah Valley University. His expertise spans Network and Advanced Network Forensics, Hacker Methodologies, Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis, and Endpoint Live Forensics.


Mike holds multiple industry-leading certifications, including:

  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • Security+
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate


Mike is passionate about helping people understand how AI impacts Cybersecurity. His mission is to equip leaders with the knowledge and strategies they need to stay secure, competitive, and prepared in today’s AI-driven world.

With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, Mike Wright is a highly respected information security professional, speaker, and consultant. 


He has trained and advised organizations across both the private and government sectors, including multiple branches of the U.S. Military, federal agencies, and Fortune 500 companies such as Cisco, American Express, HPE, Zurich Bank, Convergys, AT&T, and Boeing, where he developed their cybersecurity training program.


A dedicated educator, Mike has taught at several colleges and universities, including The University of Utah and Utah Valley University. His expertise spans Network and Advanced Network Forensics, Hacker Methodologies, Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis, and Endpoint Live Forensics.


Mike holds multiple industry-leading certifications, including:

  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • Security+
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate


Mike is passionate about helping people understand how AI impacts Cybersecurity. His mission is to equip leaders with the knowledge and strategies they need to stay secure, competitive, and prepared in today’s AI-driven world.

Cyber Wars 2.0: How AI is Supercharging Hackers—and How to Stop Them

Hackers have a new secret weapon—Artificial Intelligence. AI is making cyberattacks faster, smarter, and harder to detect. Small and mid-sized businesses are the biggest targets, and the old ways of protecting your company no longer work.


In this eye-opening session, cybersecurity expert Mike Wright will break it down in plain English:


  • How hackers are using AI to trick your...
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Cyber Controls For Business Owners And Professionals

Format: 8 Hour Course

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Anyone who uses a smart phone or computer
  • Business owners, organizations leaders, professionals who want to protect what's important 
  • Organizations and Individuals who want to understand and manage cyber risk

 

The audience will leave with:

  • An enhanced understanding of cyber
  • Tips to...
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Complying With Ethical Duties of Cyber Security

Format:Breakout Session

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Attorneys
  • Business Owners

 

The audience will leave with:

  • An overview of the ethical responsibilities for cyber security
  • Tools to decrease risk that can be implemented today

 

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Cyber SecurityEducational / InformativeTechnical / SpecificProfessionalismFinancial ManagementRisk ManagementProject Management

Understanding and Navigating The Current Cyber Threat Landscape

Format: 1 hour

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Anyone who uses a smart phone or computer
  • Business owners, professionals

 

The audience will leave with:

  • Enhanced knowledge regarding cyber threats
  • A broad sense of how to defend themselves

 

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Info-Sec For Accountants 1 Hour Lunch and Learn (virtual)

Format: Virtual, In-person/live

 

This program is perfect for:

  • Accountants
  • Finance related fields

 

The audience will leave with:

  • An overview of the current cyber threat landscape
  • Tools to implement today for reducing risk 

 

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Cyber SecurityEducational / InformativeFinancial Management